Who painted 二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II?

二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II was painted by Katsukawa Shunshō in 1770.

Where can I see 二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II?

二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II?

二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II

Katsukawa Shunshō , 1770

二代目市川八百蔵|Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Yaozō II is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Katsukawa Shunshō. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This woodblock print, created by Katsukawa Shunshō in 1770, depicts a kabuki actor. The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds the work, which is executed in ink and color on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a male figure, identified as Ichikawa Yaozō II, standing with one hand resting on a sword. His attire features vibrant patterns in red, green, and white. The background suggests a stage setting, with a fan-shaped sign and a small tower, indicating the actor's profession.

Technique & Style

The print is a nishiki-e, a type of Japanese woodblock print known for its colorful designs. The artist has used bold colors and patterns to create a visually striking image, with a simple background that emphasizes the actor's costume and pose.